dren aged between 3 and 8 are allowed
to load and unload the appliance. Children
below the age of 3 must be kept away from
the appliance unless they are under contin‐
uous adult supervision.
-The socket must be easily accessible so
that the appliance can be disconnected
quickly from the electricity in an emer‐
gency. It must not be located in the area
behind the appliance.
-When disconnecting the appliance from the
supply, always take hold of the plug. Do not
pull the cable.
-In the event of a fault pull out the mains
plug or deactivate the fuse.
-Do not damage the mains power cable. Do
not operate the appliance with a defective
mains power cable.
-If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a special cord or assembly
available from the manufacturer or its
service agent.
-Only customer service or other specially
trained staff may repair or perform other
operations on the appliance.
-Only assemble, connect and dispose of the
appliance according to the instructions.
-Special lights, such as LED lights on the
appliance, are used to illuminate the inte‐
rior of the appliance and are not suitable
for room lighting.
Fire hazard:
-This appliance contains a refrigerant
which is environmentally friendly, but flam‐
mable. Leaking refrigerant may ignite. It
is hazardous for anyone other than an
Authorised Service Person to service this
appliance. In Queensland, the authorised
Service Person MUST hold a Gas Work
Authorisation for hydrocarbon refrigerants,
to carry out Servicing or repairs where the
gas system is being opened or charged.
-The coolant used (information on the model
plate) is ecofriendly but also flammable.
Any leaking coolant may ignite.
•Do not damage the refrigerant circuit
pipes.
•Do not handle ignition sources inside the
appliance.
•Do not use electrical appliances inside
the appliance (e.g. steam cleaners,
heaters, ice cream makers, etc.).
•If the refrigerant leaks: remove any naked
flames or ignition sources from the
vicinity of the leakage point. Properly air
the room. Inform customer services.
-Do not store explosives or sprays using
combustible propellants such as butane,
propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. To
identify these spray cans, look for the list
of contents printed on the can, or a flame
symbol. Gases possibly escaping may ignite
due to electrical components.
-Keep burning candles, lamps and other
items with naked flames away from the
appliance so that they do not set the appli‐
ance on fire.
-WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in
the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
-WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices
or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by
the manufacturer.
-WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant
circuit.
-Please be sure to store alcoholic drinks
or other packaging containing alcohol in
tightly closed containers. Any alcohol that
leaks out may be ignited by electrical
components.
Danger of tipping and falling:
-Do not misuse the plinth, drawers, doors
etc. as a step or for support. This applies
particularly to children.
Danger of food poisoning:
-Do not consume food which has been
stored too long.
Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:
-Avoid prolonged skin contact with cold
surfaces or refrigerated/frozen goods or
take protective measures, e.g wear gloves.
-Do not consume ice cream, water ice or
ice cubes immediately and do not consume
them too cold.
Danger of injury and damage:
-Hot steam can lead to injury. Do not use
electrical heating or steam cleaning equip‐
ment, open flames or defrosting sprays to
defrost.
-Do not use sharp implements to remove the
ice.
Risk of crushing:
-Do not hold the hinge when opening and
closing the door. Fingers may get caught.
Symbols on the appliance:
General safety instructions
* Depending on model and options 5